Elkem ASA

P.O. Box 334 Skøyen

NO-0213 OSLO
NORWAY

Drammensveien 169
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Tel: +47 22 45 01 00
Fax: +47 22 45 01 11
www.sidistar.com

Product Data Sheet

SIDISTAR® T120U

1. Product Description
SIDISTAR® T120U is a specially designed light-
coloured process modifier consisting of spherical,
submicron particles of amorphous silicon dioxide. The
nature of the product allows excellent dispersion of
these particles in the polymer matrix. This leads to
improved dispersion of all compound ingredients and a
better flow, allowing higher extrusion speeds and
smoother surface of the end product.. The product is
supplied in an undensified form.
4. Storage Conditions
The product is recommended to be stored in a covered
dry place, protected from direct UV light.
Recommended storage temperature between +5 ºC
and +40 ºC (+45ºF and +104ºF) . It’s important that the
minimum temperature is > 5ºC (9ºF) above the dew
point. Recommended relative humidity < 85%.

2. Application 5. Shelf Life

SIDISTAR® T120U has been designed for usage in We recommend that the product should be used within
thermoplastics. Areas of use include flame retardant 2 years from production date.
cable compounds; Foamed PVC etc.
This undensified version is specifically designed for 6. Health, Safety and Environment
improved dispersion in low melt-viscosity systems. The product safety information, as well as REACH
information, can be found on our website:
3. Packing www.sidistar.com.
The product is available in big bags as well as in
paper small bags. 7. Additional Information and contact
For further information about SIDISTAR®, a contact list
Description Big Bags Small Bags can be found on our webpage www.sidistar.com
Bags on pallet 1 big bag 24 small bags You are also welcome to send your questions to us by
Net weight 1 bag 350 kg (772 lb) 15 kg (33 lb)
Net weight on 350 kg 360 kg email: info@sidistar.com
pallet (772 lb) (794 lb)
Gross weight 350 + 20 = 370 kg 360 + 20 = 380 kg 8. Test Methods
(772 + 44 = 816 lb) (794 + 44 = 838 lb)
Material data given in this product specification refer
Bag dimensions 106 x 106 x 142 cm 73 x 46 x 20 cm
(L x W x H) (41.7 x 41.7 x 55.9 in) (28.7 x 18.1 x 7.9 in) to analysis according to Elkem internal standard test
methods, which are available upon request.
Discharge spout
Ø: 42 cm (16.5 in)
Length: 70 cm (27.6 in) 9. Version / Updates
Bag material Coated woven Multilayer paper bag The information on this product specification may be
polypropylene fabric with PE liner subject to change. Please check our website
Cover / protection LDPE shrink hood LDPE shrink hood
Pallet Fumigated wood Fumigated wood
www.sidistar.com, for latest updates, and discard all
Pallet dimensions 105 x 105 x 147 cm 115 x 115 x 125 cm older versions.
incl bags (41.3 x 41.3 x 57.9 in) (45.3 x 45.3 x 49.2 in)
(L x W x H)

SIDISTAR® is a registered trademark of Elkem ASA. SIDISTAR®

THE its
This product data sheet is property of Elkem ASA and may not without INORGANIC POLYMER
written permission ADDITIVE
be used, copied or
made available to others. The receiver is responsible for any misuse
Revised October 2018 © Copyright Elkem ASA
10. Physical Data and Chemical Properties

Properties Test Method Unit Limits:

SiO2 ESM-LAB-18 % 96.0 – 99.0

(Silicon dioxide, amorphous)
C ESM-LAB-05 %. ≤ 0.20
(Carbon)
Fe2O3 ESM-LAB-17 % ≤ 0.25
(Iron oxide)
H2O ESM-LAB-02 % ≤ 0.8
(Moisture, when packed)
Loss on Ignition ESM-LAB-03 % ≤ 0.60
(L.O.I.) @ 950 oC
Coarse Particles ESM-LAB-09 % ≤ 0.10
>45µ (325 mesh)
pH-value ESM-LAB-10 7.0 – 9.0
(fresh)
Bulk Density ESM-LAB-08 kg/m3 150 - 350
(when packed)

Other Properties Unit Typical Values**:

(measured on undensified material)
Specific surface area m2/g 18 - 25
(BET)
Median particle size µm 0.15

L-value % ≥ 90.0

Specific Gravity 2.2

** Typical values are for indicational use only, values are not part of Elkem Silicon Materials standard analysis.

SIDISTAR®
THE INORGANIC POLYMER ADDITIVE

SIDISTAR® is a registered trademark of Elkem ASA.

This product data sheet is property of Elkem ASA and may not without its written permission be used, copied or
made available to others. The receiver is responsible for any misuse
Revised October 2018 © Copyright Elkem ASA